Amsterdam News in English
Amsterdam news in English — daily headlines from Dutch local newspapers covering housing, transport, city politics, neighbourhoods, culture and events, for expats, international students and English-speaking residents.
Car-free Herengracht plan back to drawing board after Council of State ruling
The Council of State has ruled that Amsterdam must redesign a section of the Herengracht because its current designation as a 'living street' fails to meet legal standards for low traffic and speed. W...
Tagore Park on Strandeiland open
Tagorepark has officially opened on Strandeiland in Amsterdam, featuring lush greenery and a large sports section. The new park offers residents and visitors a dedicated space for recreation and physi...
Large cordon around tourist bus near Amsterdam's Vondelpark, heavy police presence
Police have cordoned off a large area near Amsterdam's Vondelpark and Leidsebosje due to a suspicious situation involving a tourist bus. Officers in bulletproof vests and special units are on the scen...
SC Cambuur signs Jong Ajax forward Vink
SC Cambuur has announced the signing of attacker Skye Vink from Jong Ajax. The transfer follows the club's promotion to the Eredivisie.
Advanced 3D puzzling
The Markermeerdijk between Durgerdam and Hoorn has been reinforced and modernized over the past several years to ensure long-term flood protection. The complex engineering project, described as a high...
Sections of A10 closed June 12-15 weekend
Several connections on the A10 motorway and the S108 entry ramp will be closed during the weekend of June 12 to 15. Travelers should expect disruptions and follow local diversion routes during the mai...
Halsema closes home in Kattenburg after 5kg of ketamine found
Mayor Femke Halsema has ordered the three-month closure of a residence in Amsterdam's Kattenburg neighborhood after police discovered over five kilograms of ketamine and other drugs inside. The reside...
Drugs, illegal prostitution and intimidation drive neighborhood to despair: "Eigen Haard fails"
Residents in the Zeeburg neighborhood of Amsterdam are reporting severe safety concerns due to a neighbor's involvement in illegal prostitution, drug dealing, and intimidation. Despite police confirmi...
Weeks without Wi-Fi due to broken cable: 'We're getting a bit fed up'
Several families in the hamlet of Hinderdam have been without internet access for weeks due to a broken cable. Residents are expressing frustration as they wait for service providers to resolve the is...
Who loses all pieces fastest at the Anti-Chess World Championship: "I'm a terrible chess player, but a good anti-chess player"
The World Anti-Chess Championship is taking place this weekend in Amsterdam, featuring about twenty international competitors from countries like India and Germany. In this variant, players aim to los...
Food truck fire in Duivendrecht, smoke visible across the city
A fire broke out in a food truck on Ellermanstraat in Duivendrecht on Friday evening, creating a large smoke plume visible across Amsterdam. Emergency services escalated the incident to a medium fire ...
Man stuck in dumpster in city center: "There was shouting and banging"
Police in Amsterdam responded to reports of a man trapped inside a trash container after witnesses heard shouting and banging coming from the bin. The man successfully freed himself before officers ar...
Prospective alderman Moeskops works last day at restaurant: "It's also a bit sad"
D66 council member Elise Moeskops worked her final shift at her Amsterdam restaurant before her expected appointment as the city's new alderman for traffic this Wednesday. She will succeed Melanie van...
Designated alderman Moeskops works last day in restaurant: "It's also a bit sad"
Elise Moeskops is transitioning from her role as a restaurant owner and D66 council member to become an alderperson in Amsterdam, where she will take over the traffic portfolio. She recently marked he...
Schlager singer, Sinterklaas helper and serious actor, Sem Ben Yakar is all of them
Sem Ben Yakar is a versatile performer who balances serious acting in socially relevant plays with roles as a Schlager singer and Sinterklaas host. His work draws on his Jewish heritage and multicultu...
News summary: mystery surrounding Volkshotel and where to watch the World Cup on a big screen
This weekly news roundup for Amsterdam addresses a mystery surrounding the Volkshotel and explains why sirens were heard throughout the city on Friday. Additionally, the article provides leisure tips ...
United/DAVO defeated in nerve-wracking final and relegated to fifth division. 'No one wants to play at that level'
United/DAVO has been relegated to the fifth division after suffering a narrow 3-4 loss to TOS-Actief in a tense playoff final. The defeat has led to uncertainty regarding the future of coach Serdal Su...
Parool pleased with attention for Styles page, considers reprinting
The Amsterdam-based newspaper Het Parool is considering printing extra copies of its Saturday edition following significant interest in a full-page advertisement by Harry Styles. In the handwritten no...
Walking through Weesp, a mini Amsterdam with local cookies and boats on the Vecht
This weekly feature from AlleTijd presents a 4.7-kilometer walking route through Weesp, a town often described as a smaller version of Amsterdam. The trail highlights local specialties like "Weesper m...
Schiphol travelers bring own sandwiches en masse: air passengers save money on airport food
Many travelers at Schiphol Airport are bringing their own meals to avoid high food prices at the facility's numerous eateries. As the busiest food court in the Netherlands, the airport is working to d...
F-35 at Schiphol: Routine training or is there more to it?
The Royal Netherlands Air Force is conducting training exercises with F-35 fighter jets at Schiphol Airport to practice cooperation between civil and military aviation. These drills, the first of thei...
Special training for neighborhood dispute mediators as problems grow more complex
BeterBuren has launched a pilot program in Amsterdam to provide specialized training for volunteer mediators dealing with increasingly complex neighbor disputes involving mental health issues or cultu...
Suspended priest Pierre Valkering wants two high-ranking Vatican officials to testify in Haarlem: 'I want to know exactly what has been alleged about me'
Suspended Amsterdam priest Pierre Valkering is seeking to have two high-ranking Vatican officials testify at the Haarlem district court. He aims to uncover what Bishop Jan Hendriks reported about him ...
Tagore Park opens in no man's land on Strandeiland: "Had to scoot for half an hour"
Tagore Park has officially opened as the first park on Strandeiland, the newest development area in Amsterdam's IJburg district. The park features BMX tracks, sports fields, and gardens, providing ame...
Holocaust museum refuses to cooperate with Ye visit
The National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam has refused to facilitate a visit by American rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West. The Jewish Cultural Quarter stated that the artist's presence would ha...
Summary: Sloppy Futsal Amsterdam loses first final match
Futsal Amsterdam lost the first match of the best-of-three national championship finals 0-3 against Tigers Roermond at Sporthal Elzenhagen. Despite numerous chances and hitting the woodwork four times...
Woman scams Marktplaats customers with housing, tickets and a cupboard door
An Amsterdam woman was sentenced to 100 hours of community service for defrauding Marktplaats users of over 2,600 euros through fake studio rentals and non-existent tickets. The court mitigated her pu...
Jazz old-fashioned? Not according to these young people: I'm surprised how busy it is every night
Lance Declemy founded the jazz student association Vivace in Amsterdam to provide a dedicated space for young people to perform and enjoy jazz music. Held at Theater de Richel, the bi-weekly jam sessi...
Amsterdam police see more violence from people without prospects
Amsterdam police report a rise in incidents involving individuals who feel they have nothing to lose, particularly in the city center. This trend includes an increase in nuisance behavior, shoplifting...
Marcouch wants to go to Holocaust Museum with rapper Ye
Arnhem Mayor Ahmed Marcouch has invited rapper Ye to visit the National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam during his stay in the Netherlands. The invitation also includes a proposal for the artist to lay ...